Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.

Every community deserves the opportunity to prosper. At United Way of Denton County, we work together with our neighbors to build resilient communities that are ready for any challenge. From community resources for day-to-day needs to crisis response and disaster preparedness, we are strengthening our communities' foundations for a more sustainable and secure future.

 

Students experiencing homelessness

Denton County ISDs

53,000+ residents in Denton County impacted in 2023

United Way of Denton County program outcome metrics

Rent increase + homelessness increase

Texas Homeless Network

View Community Needs Assessment > 

THROUGH COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS AND COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS, WE

  • Assess our community's unique challenges in order to provide immediate access to reliable services and resources during crises.
  • Fund and amplify the efforts of effective resiliency programs and safety-net services to meet the immediate needs of vulnerable populations.
  • Leverage donations from individuals and corporations with local, state, and federal grants to identify and address gaps causing housing instability for many Denton County neighbors.

DENTON COUNTY HOUSING & HOMELESSNESS LEADERSHIP TEAM

As the backbone organization to the Denton County Housing & Homelessness Leadership Team, United Way of Denton County enhances the outcomes of all partners by facilitating a shared vision, shared measurements, mutually reinforcing activities, and continuous communication.

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COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT

The Denton County Needs Assessment presents a comprehensive overview of our community’s needs based on primary and secondary data collected from reliable sources.

 

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

We help people in crisis through a local helpline, online database, and local resource directories to connect those in need with service providers in Denton County.

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DISASTER RELIEF

At United Way of Denton County, we stand ready to immediately mobilize to leverage our community networks to provide compassionate, comprehensive aid to local communities affected by both natural and man-made disasters.

 

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United Way of Denton County funded agencies working in this area include: 

 

CASA   Denton County Friends of the Family    Children's Advocacy Center for North Texas    Cumberland

See complete list of agencies supported by donations to United Way of Denton County >